Vision

We seek to see that whanau in Papakura are thriving, safe, with a clear sense of belonging and are contributing to holistic well being, through active engagement, in sport, recreation and culture.

​Te Kaha Te Tautoko Me Te Oranga 0 Papakura E Tu Whanau.

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Mission

Connecting the Papakura Community through fun, culture, opportunity and togetherness, and create a network of organisations focused on “Whanau wrap around community services” for at risk youth and families. To educate people about the connection between sport and the creative arts wellbeing and mental health, and to Improve communication between organisations, community members and government departments.

Values

• Whanau: Confident, healthy, active, thriving

• Tika-pono-aroha: integrity, honesty, unconditional love and support

• Kotahitanga: unity, togetherness, collective action

• Culture: acceptance, understanding, celebration

• Fun: an exciting, enjoyable environment

Our Objectives

• Educate people about the connection between sport and creative arts wellbeing and mental health

• Improve communication between organisations, community members and government departments

• Create a network of organisations focused on “Whanau wrap around community services” for at risk youth andfamilies

• Raise the profile of sporting facilities, and creative arts engagement and wellbeing organisations in our community

• Create a fun and engaging educational annual event for our community

• Introduce more youth to sport and creative arts

• Introduce Planet Youth, substance abuse prevention programme